Victoria University
Undergraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Gain specialised knowledge for teaching young children, with an Undergraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education from Victoria University.
This early childhood teaching course gives you a recognised qualification within six months – letting you upskill quickly, and providing a fast track towards a new career.
Covering essential aspects of early-childhood education – such as learning theory and national frameworks – the certificate provides professional-development opportunities, and a stepping stone to a bachelor qualification.
If you decide to keep studying to aim for higher roles, you may progress to the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, or the Bachelor of Education Studies.
Delivery mode
Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)
Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study
- Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). OR
- Completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent) OR
- 22451VIC Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation.
Applicants with higher education study
- Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent). OR
- Completion of two units of Higher Education studies. OR
- Completion of a bridging or enabling course eg. Foundation course or equivalent.
Applicants with work & life experience
- Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Training & Development, Education, Child Care or similar. OR
- Applicants that completed an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. PLUS
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English (or equivalent).
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Undergraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education will prepare you for the following roles.
Early Childhood Teacher
An Early Childhood Teacher educates young children in the years before they begin primary school. You might work in a childcare centre, a kindergar...
Kindergarten Teacher
A Kindergarten Teacher develops learning programs for children in the years before they enter primary school. You might work in a kindergarten faci...
Childcare Director
A Childcare Director coordinates the daily activities at a childcare centre. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure a centre meets all complia...
About Victoria University
For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.
VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.
Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.
We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.
